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Do you have previous operative experience in a similar role in a factory/warehouse/manufacturing environment? Are you a fast learner with a keen eye for detail? If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you and youll find more than a job - youll find job security and stability within a friendly and supportive, yet hard-working environment.
Although relevant experience would prove advantageous, it is not essential as comprehensive training will be provided.
Job Title: General Assembly Operative
Permanent- Full time, 39.5 hours.
Salary: £12.21p/h, rising to£12.30p/h on successful completion of probation period
Location: Bromyard, Herefordshire, HR7
Benefits:Company bonus scheme, long service scheme, up to 10 paid medical appointment per year, confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including perks and discounts, enhanced leave such as compassionate leave & jury service,Company pension scheme,secure free onsite parking, free staff WIFI, free refreshments at breaks, staff discounts on gifts we manufacture, workers committee representation, access to a trainedMental Health First Aider, Company events, casual dress and more.
Annual holiday entitlement is 30 days including bank holidays (additional in line with long servicescheme). An annual factory shutdown at Christmas accounts for 3-4 days of annual holiday entitlement.
About Company
A leading & innovative British trade manufacturer of a wide range of corporate & promotional merchandise & beautiful gifts. They design, manufacture, print & finish all of the products they sell on site, with many unique products made from sustainable materials. Based in rural Herefordshire they employ 60 people at their factory in a team that has won many industry awards for their products and services.
Sustainability is at the core of what they do, they are Charter Members of the trade association (the BPMA) with ISO9001 Quality & ISO14001 Environmental certification. They are also Sedex (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange) registered, members of Made in Britain, corporate supporters of The Woodland Trust & Herefordshire Wildlife Trust. They are also partnered with Ecologi & charitable supporters of The Hope Centre in Bromyard. The company believes in & prides itself in rewarding honesty, hard work, efficiency & creativity.
We are open and inclusive. Different points of view are not only welcomed but encouraged & celebrated.
Job Overview
An Assembler is a vital part of our manufacturing process, they assemble manufactured products and pack orders according to the requirements and specifications of the final product. Assemblers will use their hands, hand tools or machinery to assemble parts.
Main Duties and responsibilities:
- Assembling parts and components ensuring that all parts are fitted correctly
- Assisting with the laying up and heat-pressing of dye-sub orders
- Read and decipher assembly instructions
- Use hand tools or machines to assemble parts
- Conduct quality control checks
- As & when required and within capabilities, provide operative cover across production departments
- Maintaining paperwork as necessary for the operation of the department
- Ensuring health and safety standards are complied with
- Clean and maintain work area and equipment
- Report any issues or defective parts
Person Specification
Experience, Skills, and Knowledge
General Assembly Operatives must have exceptional attention to detail. This is vital during the manufacturing process, as minor errors or defects can cause serious problems resulting in customer complaints. They must also be excellent at teamwork as most assembly orders require working as part of a team. Assemblers must do their part correctly and help others when necessary. Because of the repetitive and fast nature of the work, Assemblers must have full concentration while working to prevent costly errors. Assemblers must also be self-motivated, this is essential for them to achieve performance metrics, such as completing a specific number of components in a set amount of time ensuring company quality standards are adhered to.
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to communicate effectively across departments.
- Ability to focus on repetitive tasks and a keen eye for detail.
- Good manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination, including the ability to assemble parts and components that are often very small.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work, with an ability to adhere to deadlines.
- Self-motivated and can work with minimal supervision.
- IT literate, specifically able to use iPads. Full training is provided.
- Ability to use initiative, with problem-solving skills.
Desirable
- Previous experience in a similar role in a factory/warehouse/manufacturing environment would be beneficial
Qualifications
Desirable:
GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and English at grade C (or equivalent) or above.
Additional requirement
Role may be physical at times and involves manual handling
Driving license due to factory location
